Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune United Preview & Tips - In-form new boys can take a point against Bucs

Ralph Staniforth

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Last updated: 31 Oct 2021

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Ralph Staniforth 31 Oct 2021

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Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune United Predictions for Tuesday’s Premier Soccer League match
Fixture is being played at 15:30 GMT at Orlando Stadium
Can United continue their fine form?
Team news, stats, tips & preview

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Orlando Pirates have drawn their last three matches (Getty Images)

Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune United Preview & Tips

Sekhukhune are above the Orlando Pirates on the table and have the defensive strength to avoid defeat. I am tipping a share of the spoils.

Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune United Preview & Tips
Head to Head
Orlando Pirates Form
Orlando Pirates Team News
Sekhukhune United Form
Sekhukhune United Team News
Verdict
Orlando Pirates vs Sekhukhune United FAQ

Orlando Pirates have drawn their last 3 matches (Premier Soccer League).
Orlando Pirates have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 6 matches (all competitions).
Sekhukhune United are undefeated in their last 4 matches (Premier Soccer League).
Sekhukhune United have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 8 matches (Premier Soccer League).

Head to Head

This is the first ever meeting between these teams.

Orlando Pirates Form

Pirates have been inconsistent this season. Their five draws in eight PSL matches sees them sit seventh on the table.

After a 1-1 draw at Cape Town City, Pirates drew 0-0 at Diables Noirs in the CAF Confederations Cup. A disappointing 0-0 draw at Maritzburg United followed having faced ten men for the final 23 minutes.

The Soweto giants then beat Diables Noirs 1-0 to progress on aggregate in the Confederations Cup before an unexpected 1-1 home draw with Royal AM. Linda Mntambo levelled on half time after Pirates had gone a goal down early.

Orlando Pirates Team News

The Buccaneers have several injuries to deal with as attackers Thembinkosi Lorch and Vincent Pule miss out. Strikers Gabadinho Mhango and Zakhele Lepasa are also ruled out.

Defender Happy Jele took a knock in the last match. Olisa Ndah could be partnered at centre-back by Thulani Hlatshwayo.

Sekhukhune United Form

Sekhukhune have made a great start to life in the top flight. After four wins in eight matches, they sit fifth in the Premier Soccer League.

A late goal earned a 1-1 home draw with Golden Arrows before three successive league victories. A 1-0 win at TS Galaxy before beating Cape Town City 1-0 at home.

Their last match brought an excellent 2-0 home win against AmaZulu as they saw out the final 21 minutes with ten men. Willard Katsande opened the scoring before Chibuike Ohizu doubled the lead.

Sekhukhune United Team News

Sekhukhune coach Macdonald Makhubedu is without winger Pogiso Mahlangu due to suspension. Talent Chawapiwa’s injury further reduces options down the flanks.

Captain Yusuf Maart missed the last match with injury but could return to start in central midfield.